Meridian, Idaho vs. Olathe, Kansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Olathe, Kansas is 13.0% cheaper than Meridian, Idaho.

You would need a salary of $43,502 in Olathe, Kansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Meridian, Idaho.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Olathe, Kansas is cheaper than Meridian, Idaho
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
26% cheaper in Olathe
than in Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, ID vs. Olathe, KS
Compared to Meridian, Olathe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  7.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  19.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.7% higher
  Commute
  4.4% lower
  Health
  0.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.3% higher